xv, 200 pages ; 24 cm

"Free and open source is the foundation of software development, and it's built by people just like you. Discover the fundamental tenets that drive the movement. Take control of your career by selecting the right project to meet your professional goals. Master the language and avoid the pitfalls that typically ensnare new contributors. Join a community of like-minded people and change the world. Programmers, writers, designers, and everyone interested in software will make their mark through free and open source software contributions." --

Includes bibliographical references (page 195) and index

The foundations and philosophies of free and open source -- What free and open source can do for you -- Prepare to contribute -- Find a project -- Make a contribution -- Make a difference without making a pull request -- Interact with the community -- It's about the people -- When it goes wrong -- Start your own project -- Contribute for your job

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